Gyeon Quartz car care covers all your bases

Washing a car may not be as easy as you might think. Using improper techniques or products may lead to scratched paint or even damaged, glass and plastics. In order to get the most out of a car wash, and avoid unnecessary damage to your ride, it is imperative to use the right tools for the job. We've already shown you five simple ways to wash your car right but that won't matter if you're using laundry detergent or kitchen cleaning agents. If you're not sure where to start, here's a comprehensive range of car care products you can use to keep your car looking brand spanking new.

Washing and drying

Regular hand soap or laundry detergent won't cut it when it comes to a car wash as the chemicals in these household items may not sit well with your car's paint and may strip its protective layer. Gyeon Quartz's Bathe+ is the world's first pH neutral car shampoo, which contains SiO₂, also known as silica.

It leaves a strong hydrophobic layer, which repels water and dirt, and prolongs the need for the next wash. It is safe to use not only on paint but also on exterior plastics, head and tail lamps, and even glass.

The manufacturer recommends using the two-bucket method, along with washing mitts such as the Woolie or Smoothie. Both of these are made from either organic or synthetic materials, respectively, to trap foreign particles in the deep crevices of the fur or microfibre and prevent them from scratching your paint.

Wiping down your car with an old rag or a flat chamois will leave unwanted marks on your paint, that's why you'll need a microfibre-type drying towel to properly dry your car off. The Soft Dryer and Silk Dryer (synthetic) are such towels, which have a flat side for pulling motions and a fluffy side for dabbing excess water off the surface of your car. Organic washing mitts provide more particle trapping capabilities than synthetic ones while synthetic mitts offer more durability and will last longer.

Paint protection

Once your ride is clean, it's time to protect its paint. Using a protective coating product such as Cure helps prolong the lifespan of your car's base coating and can be used as a standalone protective layer.

Hydrophobic properties within Cure help keep water marks and spots away for a longer period of time.

The manufacturer recommends using Cure on alternate weeks, if you wash your car on a weekly basis.

This is to prevent streaking, which occurs when too many layers of coating are applied and lose their ability to stick to the car's surface; leaving streak marks.

Wheels and tyres

Being so close to the road, wheels typically attract the most amount of dirt and grime, as well as ferrous deposits such as brake dust. Brake dust is the result of tiny metal particles, which get embedded into parts of a car around the rims and side fenders.

This is where an iron remover like Iron comes in. When Iron comes into contact with ferrous deposits, it causes a chemical reaction and starts to 'bleed' by changing colour. The intensity of the 'bleeding' colour is directly correlated to the amount of contaminants present on your wheels.

Simply rinse your rims well and spray a suitable amount of Iron. Let it sit for a couple of minutes, ensuring it does not dry, and remove bleeding found on the rotors and any exposed metal parts. You can facilitate the process with the Wheelbrush - a high-quality microfibre brush that is gentle yet effectively cleans the inner wheel barrels without affecting their finish. Then, rinse off with running water or a garden hose.
Iron is pH neutral and can be safely applied onto paint or chrome surfaces without corroding or bleaching. The manufacturer recommends using Iron once for your wheels and, subsequently, Bathe+ for regular wheel cleaning. This process can be repeated once a month. Once you're done with rims, it's time to move on to the tyres. Tire is an SiO₂ tyre coating, which guarantees durability as well as splendid visual effects. It repels dirt and ensures your tyre walls look refreshed, even after several washes.

Cabin fever

Moving inside, keep your leather upholstery looking clean with the Leather Cleaner. This is a leather preparation product, which removes dirt, oily residue and even light discolouration. Unlike other leather cleaners, it doesn't include softening additives or preservatives and will not leave any residue behind.

Vacuum your upholstery thoroughly, then spray some Leather Cleaner onto a microfibre cloth and wipe gently. For stubborn stains, spray a small amount of the Leather Cleaner directly onto the area and gently scrub with a quality leather brush. It is advisable to use unidirectional motions instead of rubbing the dirt further into the leather.

Following a clean, the LeatherCoat should be applied to protect your upholstery from liquids, sweat, dirt and stains. This matte finish coating can be applied onto a microfibre cloth or soft sponge and wiped onto the leather in even layers. Do not spray directly onto the surface.

Vinyl Cleaner is a gentle cleaner that works on all types of interior trim, including dashboards, door mouldings and door sill panels. It removes dirt and dust, leaving a pleasant matte finish behind without any fading or discolouration.

Once you've cleaned your interior trim, you can restore lightly faded areas with Preserve - a vinyl coating, which restores and protects interior surfaces.

It creates an invisible layer, which does not affect the look or feel of even the softest vinyl trim. Simply use a microfibre cloth or soft sponge and apply Preserve evenly throughout the desired area.

The manufacturer recommends using Leather Cleaner, LeatherCoat, Vinyl Cleaner and Preserve once a month in order to avoid wastage and stripping away previous protective coatings.

Accessible and readily available

Gyeon Quartz offers a range of premium quality car care products, which have been thoroughly tested to satisfy the needs of car detailing enthusiasts, as well as the exacting requirements of professionals. Its mission is to deliver the most technologically advanced products at competitive prices.

The company's principal in Singapore - Auto Rage Pte Ltd - prides itself in offering readily available and accessible products, thanks to its extensive network of dealerships across the island.

Customers who wish to purchase any Gyeon Quartz car care product is welcome to visit any one of them spread across the northern, southern, eastern and western corners of Singapore.

In order to provide a fuss free, convenient experience, Auto Rage will be launching an e-commerce website soon. Customers will be able to make their purchases online and pick them up from a dealership closest to them. Deliveries will be available as well but do note that delivery charges will apply.

It is advisable, however, to opt for self-collection as every one of Auto Rage's dealerships is a professional detailer and is more than capable of answering any enquiries you might have with regards to car care products. They will also be more than happy to share with you the proper methods for using Gyeon Quartz's wide range of car care products. Please visit the Gyeon Quartz website for more information on its product offerings. For updates on Gyeon Quartz products, head over to MyCarForum.